Coo
A 19-acre lake near Burntside Lake in St. Louis County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1983.
Fish Species (3)
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.5 per gill net · typical 1.3–5.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 5, 1983 | 4.50 | - | 2.14 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 0.5–7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 5, 1983 | 0.50 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Other species in this lake (1)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
White Sucker
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.0 per gill net · typical 1.2–4.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 5, 1983 | 5.00 | - | 1.93 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 5, 1983Coo Lake contains average population of northern pike & sucker; yellow perch are present in below averaged numbers.
Coo Lake contains average population of northern pike & sucker; yellow perch are present in below averaged numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Coo?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Yellow Perch in Coo. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Coo?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Coo. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Coo?
Coo has a maximum depth of 25 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Coo last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Coo is from 1983. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Coo have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Coo in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 18.62 acres
- Max Depth
- 25 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.8 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed